Matalan stores in Northern Ireland preparing to reopen

Matalan is preparing to reopen its Northern Ireland stores, it has been announced.

Bosses say 'following rigorous in-store testing and consultation', shops will soon open.

Staff have been taken off furlough to assist with preparations.

A spokesperson added: “Our new enhanced health and safety measures will ensure that every Matalan store which reopens will be fully compliant with social distancing rules, with employees trained appropriately and provided with full PPE.

“We are confident that these safety measures are fully compliant with the guidance provided by the Northern Ireland Executive, UK Government and Department of Health.”